1972 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
